Augusta River Tours

Enjoy a Cruise of the beautiful Blackwood River and be entertained and informed with a guided tour of the unspoilt wetland ecosystem. From the River mouth to the unique Molloy Island it is teaming with wildlife and rich in history. The shallow waters, sandbanks and river islands are alive with an... amazing variety of birdlife. A major feeding ground for Black Swans, Pelicans and Cormorants. There are 60 species of Bird that have been seen, some even travel from Siberia. A Pod of Bottle-nose Dolphins is seen regularly and if not busy fishing will play alongside the boat. The Dolphin Discoverer is a safe, comfortable, all-weather purpose built a vessel with easy access and good viewing. Licenced for 29 passengers it is available for private tours, sundowners and BBQ`s so get a group together. Tour Guide and Skipper Graeme Challis has grown up on the river with his grandparents settling on the Blackwood in 1923 and a family history of fishing the river he has plenty of stories to tell. view more info